Merchandiser Manager (46472)

Grey Eagle Distributors•Fenton, MI

27d

About The Position

Manage merchandising department, to include training and daily direction to Merchandising Coordinators. Ensure merchandising accountability and efficiency throughout the market to maximize retailer relations and sales opportunities

Requirements

Bachelor's degree preferred
2 years sales experience in consumer products industry
Supervisory skills; able to effectively train and develop entry-level employees
Highly organized with ability to manage priorities and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to perform physical duties of the job
Ability to frequently lift, carry, push or pull package product weighing 50 plus pounds and draught product weighing 165 plus pounds
Ability to work flexible hours including nights and weekends
Effective analytical and problem solving skills with strong attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills including effective presentation skills
Strong leadership and influence skills
Ability to safely operate job related equipment (hand truck, pallet jack, etc.)
Proficient in MS Office including Word and Excel
Knowledge of local, state and federal liquor laws

Responsibilities

Recruit, manage, lead, motivate and develop department personnel
Manage merchandising activity for all key initiatives (pricing, POS etc.) and retail merchandising blitzes (Memorial Day, Labor Day, etc.)
Manage product rotation requirements
Manage display/POS schedule and assignment
Manage budgets for assigned area of responsibility
Coordinate completion of performance reviews for assigned area of responsibility
Provide training plans and schedule to all Coordinators and merchandising personnel
Global Worx point of contact (Retailer merchandising contact)
Administrative duties including: complete and submit daily, weekly and monthly reports as required
Manage daily merchandising schedule and efficiency
Comply with all legal guidelines, Anheuser-Busch and Grey Eagle standards and policies